Timeless Literary Idioms and Allusions
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Explore the hidden meanings behind obscure idioms drawn from classic literary works in this challenging crossword.
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Veiled Wisdoms of Literary Idioms
Explore 18 obscure idioms derived from classic literature, each hinting at timeless wisdom and forgotten phrases.
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- 1. A mysteriously dangerous night, idiomatic from medieval literature
- 2. An impossible or fanciful hope, drawn from myth and classic works
- 3. Stealth or subtle approach, metaphor used in gothic literature
- 4. A metaphorical barrier, coined in literary and political classic works
- 9. A misleading clue or distraction found in detective and classic tales
- 10. A leader or trendsetter, originally a literary shepherd’s metaphor
- 14. One who has strayed morally or physically, an idiom with biblical roots
- 16. Symbolic of jealousy, inspired by Shakespearean idiom
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- 5. One who is the fool or target of trickery in classic comedies
- 6. A choice of taking what is offered or nothing at all, from literary history
- 7. Victorian-era metaphor for fragile utopia, from classic novels
- 8. A secret piece of advice whispered in classic drama
- 11. An obsessive, elusive goal, inspired by Melville's masterpiece
- 12. A wish for a prosperous journey, common in classic narrative idioms
- 13. A gloomy or melancholy mood, from obscure classic literary usage
- 15. A state of deep reflective sadness, explored in Renaissance idioms
- 17. Unexpected contender, originating from obscure literary references
- 18. An idiom turned common saying or symbol, often from classic texts
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